Transfiguration

Point of Grace Online Worship - March 2, 2025

Point of Grace Worship 3.2.25 Sermon Notes – “Transfiguration Sunday – Listen to Him”

Transfiguration – What happened? Why was and is it important?

Matthew 17 :1-9 After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. 2 There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light. 3 Just then there appeared before them Moses and Elijah, talking with Jesus. 4 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you wish, I will put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” 5 While he was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!” 6 When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified. 7 But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.” 8 When they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus. 9 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus instructed them, “Don’t tell anyone what you have seen, until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”

Why was it important for them?

•                          To encourage these lead disciples in their faith that Jesus is the Divine Son of God

•                          To vividly put on display that the Old Covenant (Law and Prophets) is fulfilled in Jesus and gives way to Him as the ultimate revelation of God to humanity. Jesus is the One and Only lens to see all God’s revelation through.

•                          The disciples are directed to “Listen to Him” in order to endure what following Jesus means as He turns toward Jerusalem where a cross awaits Him.

Why is it important for us?

2 Peter 1:16-18 16 For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17 He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” 18 We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain.

Why is it important for us?

•                          We need constant encouragement to believe that Jesus is our “One and Only” Victorious Savior and our One and Only hope for a “meaningful life now and forever”.

•                          We desperately need to “Listen to Him” amidst all the voices and distractions clamoring for our attention.

“Our spiritual health and capacity to do real life well does not rise to the level of our aspirations or beliefs but falls to the level of our regular spiritual rhythms.” Ash Wednesday? Giving something up for Lent? Lent Worship Series? Preservice Prayer Room?

•                          “Listen to Him” is the only thing that will get us through the “ups and downs” of the real lives we lead. Alignment with Jesus by being in His Presence through Prayer, Word and Worship has never been more important especially considering the “kinds” of things coming against us, our families and church.

Point of Grace Online Worship - February 27, 2022

Point of Grace Worship 2.27.22 Sermon Notes – “He’s the One … Listen to Him”

Luke 9:28-36

The Transfiguration

What difference did it make then?

What difference does it make now?

Luke 9 28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. 29 As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning. 30 Two men, Moses and Elijah, appeared in glorious splendor, talking with Jesus. 31 They spoke about his departure, which he was about to bring to fulfillment at Jerusalem. 32 Peter and his companions were very sleepy, but when they became fully awake, they saw his glory and the two men standing with him. 33 As the men were leaving Jesus, Peter said to him, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.)

34 While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. 35 A voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.” 36 When the voice had spoken, they found that Jesus was alone. The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone at that time what they had seen.

The Transfiguration

What difference did it make then?

What difference does it make now?

2 Peter 1 13 I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of this body, 14 because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me. 15 And I will make every effort to see that after my departure you will always be able to remember these things.

16 For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17 He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.”[b] 18 We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain.

Jesus is the ONE and Only

Listen to Him

He is Our Anchor and Compass

We need to trust Him as this for us right now!

Jesus,

Jesus what are you saying?

How do I live aligned with You every day?

I am listening!

Resources for this Week

Here are some suggested readings for each day of this week. The Meditation Hints below may help you listen and receive all God has for you.

Mon – Luke 9:10-17 Tue – Luke 9:18-27 Wed – Luke 9:28-33 Thu – Luke 9:28-36 Fri – 2 Peter 1:13-18

Meditation Hints:

Solitude – Spend TWO minutes quietly alone. Take some deep breaths… Just be… “Holy Spirit, speak to me through Your Word! I rest in You!”

Scripture – Read the scripture slowly, out loud if possible, listen, reread, dwell, notice words & phrases you are drawn to & return there! Reflect on what you are noticing and where He is leading your thoughts.

Prayer – Have a conversation with God, “What are You saying to me, God?” Talk about what you notice is on your heart. Begin to own the “word of God” being revealed to you.

Finish - Spend TWO minutes again with God, resting and listening and being loved.